1
as in myths
a false idea or belief
the possibility of a perpetual motion machine is one falsehood that has been disproved by modern physics
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as in lies
a statement known by its maker to be untrue and made in order to deceive
several falsehoods in the witness's testimony that may be grounds for perjury
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Recent Examples of falsehoods
Jones has vowed to keep broadcasting through a new company he’s founded and remains an inflammatory and notable figure in the far-right media system after decades of spouting falsehoods and bigotry.
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Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Williams, of course, worked at NBC for nearly three decades, including an 11-year run at NBC Nightly News that ended 2015 after exaggerations and falsehoods were found in some of his reporting, including reports from Iraq, and from New Orleans after it had been ravaged by Hurricane Katrina.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
The reality, though, is that Polymarket has been criticized for dealing in the language of journalism while peddling wildly irresponsible falsehoods.
—Frank Landymore, Futurism, 9 Apr. 2026
But Morganroth’s previous stops in at least four states and numerous publications were also marked by falsehoods and fabrications about her background, The Denver Post found.
—Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026
In 2023, shortly before his firing, Altman argued that allowing for some falsehoods can, whatever the risks, confer advantages.
—Ronan Farrow, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Here are some key moments and falsehoods from her year-plus in the nation’s top law enforcement spot.
—Politifact, Dallas Morning News, 2 Apr. 2026
The firm connects those results to its mission of accountability through advocacy work, including defending people who experienced deception, fighting against contracts based on falsehoods, and opposing business practices that view customers as mere sales targets.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
The allegations are a mixture of truth, falsehoods and misdirection.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Williams, of course, worked at NBC for nearly three decades, including an 11-year run at NBC Nightly News that ended 2015 after exaggerations and falsehoods were found in some of his reporting, including reports from Iraq, and from New Orleans after it had been ravaged by Hurricane Katrina.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
The reality, though, is that Polymarket has been criticized for dealing in the language of journalism while peddling wildly irresponsible falsehoods.
—Frank Landymore, Futurism, 9 Apr. 2026
But Morganroth’s previous stops in at least four states and numerous publications were also marked by falsehoods and fabrications about her background, The Denver Post found.
—Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026
In 2023, shortly before his firing, Altman argued that allowing for some falsehoods can, whatever the risks, confer advantages.
—Ronan Farrow, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Here are some key moments and falsehoods from her year-plus in the nation’s top law enforcement spot.
—Politifact, Dallas Morning News, 2 Apr. 2026
The firm connects those results to its mission of accountability through advocacy work, including defending people who experienced deception, fighting against contracts based on falsehoods, and opposing business practices that view customers as mere sales targets.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
The allegations are a mixture of truth, falsehoods and misdirection.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for falsehoods
Noun
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There’s something for everybody in myths.—
Marah Eakin,
Vulture,
21 Apr. 2026
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The first is the broader destigmatization of cannabis, as state after state dismantles old laws and outdated myths.—
Dr. Sanjay Gupta,
CNN Money,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There were no lies told about this team’s postseason prowess.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
27 Apr. 2026
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The fascists had already told many lies.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Bukele shook off his delusions of being the emperor of social media and abandoned his bullying tactics in the face of the biggest bully.—
Óscar Martínez,
The Dial,
30 Apr. 2026
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Most of the suits allege that extensive use of the technology has inflicted a range of harms on children and adults alike, fostering delusions and despair for some and leading others to death by suicide and even murder-suicide.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
29 Apr. 2026
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Co-founded by Lucas and his wife, Mellody Hobson, the museum will rotate the famous filmmaker’s vast collection of narrative art, which contains objects not found in more traditional museums, including manga, comics and children’s tales.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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The lobby is where the elderly owner scares children with tales of a witch who once haunted these grounds.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Hopefully his teammates and coaches realize the errors in their ways.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
26 Apr. 2026
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In December, Chelsea’s players looked inexplicably unprepared for the intensity of this long-time rivalry and were caught out via defensive errors.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Some of the original board members are still involved with the museum, but hundreds more joined the effort, some volunteering, others donating surf boards and memorabilia, and many sharing their stories, including famous surfers from Eddie Aikau, Nat Young, Greg Noll and Donald Takayama.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process, and do not review stories before publication.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Archaeologists analyze the ancient painters’ creative use of the cave’s spatial definition to tell stories and create illusions of motion.—
Eric Kohn,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2026
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In 2028, a 22-day fair is scheduled for June 7 to July 4 with a theme of magic and illusions.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Falsehoods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/falsehoods. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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